right now, clear skies. the airport >> barack obama took the official close of office. the public swearing-in takes place tomorrow followed by the inaugural address and a parade down pennsylvania avenue. >> the parties are already in full swing. >> there are days to celebrate obama's term as 42nd president. we are right here at national harbor. in the nation's capital, it is one big party. this is one of the big tickets. is one of six dozen different galas and balls being thrown to celebrate the 57th presidential inaugurations. some inaugural advice for the rookies. >> it is always cold. have a good time. >> followed the protocol black tie. elegance party dress. >> eat before you come. then you come party all night and have fun. >> we found every brown at one of the two hot spots. the other star of the show, a towering custom cake from charm city cakes. >> it is the maryland convention and it is the maryland cake. >> hundreds of marylanders having a ball. >> at is the idea of having to america for a common purpose and a common good. that is something to celebrate. >> ev